Chindogu -- The Japanese Art of Useless Inventions
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For this project, I have decided to research Chindogu, or the art of useless inventions. Instead of a poster, I have decided to do something more fun and much cooler, and code a webpage. I've gotten tired of the whole "glue internet pictures to a piece of cardboard and add captions" thing. And besides, you can't add music, videos, scrolling marquees and moving images to a poster can you?
- Chindogu:
- an invention that seems worthless at first glance, but upon closer inspection, is quite practical. A Chindogu must be a REAL invention with a REAL purpose. They are closely related to Rube Goldberg inventions, as seen here.
Here are some popular Chindogus for you to enjoy. Keep in mind that while they may seem silly at times, if you look past the initial humor, they have a purpose that serves quite practical.
This is a chopstick noodle fan. It cools noodles that are too hot without the need to blow on them. Small, lightweight and practical, this is the perfect gift for noodle lovers everywhere. Its counterpart is the soup eaters splash guard.
This is a baby mop. It is, in essence, a mop that you place on your baby, and as it crawls, it cleans your floor. Very practical for those with children and hardwood floors. It also comes in a version for cats, as seen here.
This, ladies and gentlemen, is the infamous butter stick. It is nothing more than a simple stick of butter crammed into a chapstick like container and rolled onto bread. INGENIOUS.
This is the daddy nurser. It allows the father to take an active role in his young childs life, and give mom a break. It is a huge step towards sexual equality.
The Ten Commandments of Chindogu
1. A Chindogu cannot be for real use.
2. A Chindogu must exist.
3. Inherent in every Chindogu is the spirit of anarchy.
4. Chindogu are tools for everyday life.
5. Chindogu are not for sale.
6. Humor must not be the sole reason for creating a Chindogu.
7. Chindogu is not propaganda.
8. Chindogu are never taboo.
9. Chindogu cannot be patented.
10.Chindogu are without prejudice.
This is the personal rain saver. As you walk down a busy street in the rain, you not only stay dry, but all that water doesnt go to waste. Instead, it passes through a filter to be used later. You can cook with it, drink it, and even give your pet a bath! What a great use for all that excess rain!
This is the portable office tie. It allows the busy business man to keep everything that he may need at hand... or at neck, as the case may be. It has numerous pockets, and from the front, it is completely inconspicuous. The portable office tie is the perfect solution for men that want the ease of a handbag, without the remarks against his sexuality.
Many different Chindogus and the ones included in this page can be seen here.*flash plugin required*
♥ ♠ ♣ Spenser Cheatham ♣ ♠ ♥
